It’s Been a While… I started this blog seven years ago in front of a keyboard in scrubs in an office no bigger than a […]
News you can use…stuff we’ve learned lately!
Hello! I’ve been learning some new stuff that’s happened in the regulatory world, and thought you’d find this helpful as well, as you may not […]
Getting back to care post pandemic…some practical thoughts
I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling weary. This pandemic has brought so many “feels”, and all the personal and professional changes are, […]
Practical Guidance and a Reminder to Breathe
Hello! I know it has been a hot minute since I have posted – my apologies. Life has been busy! I also know that the […]
Five medication tips to help keep your patients safe
We are all probably a little numb when we read about medication safety. We get it. It’s super important. We live the life. […]
Why do nurses eat their young?
It is the industry’s dirty little secret: Nurses aren’t always nice to each other. In an environment where teamwork and trust are key for patient […]
New staff hires: Some onboarding tips to make the process easier
It’s exciting when we find a new staff member that will be a great addition to the team. We are hopeful that they will blend […]
Eight staff scheduling tips to make staffing problems easier
I have found that staffing has always been one of the biggest challenges in surgical leadership. Even with the best plan in place, Murphy’s Law […]
What was I thinking?
Some days, it’s easy to forget why we are “here”. Working in surgery can be quite challenging. Being in charge can be even more challenging. […]
Preparing for that next survey? Here are a couple of things I’ve learned lately.
As a nurse, a surgical leader, and a consultant, I have been through many surveys. I have been on the sidelines, assisted with readiness, […]